Ride Along Program

The Vanderburgh County Ride Along Program is an effort in increase the understanding of how your sheriff’s office functions. This program allows civilians a chance to ride with a deputy sheriff on patrol, ask questions and see first-hand what happens during a patrol shift.

Eligibility:

Any person 18 years of age or older, with no felony arrests may participate in this program once a year. Anyone between the ages of 16 and 18 may participate if they are a full-time student and have written permission from a parent or legal guardian. All participates must compete a ride along request in advance and submit it to the Major of Operations at the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Command Post.

Presumption of Innocence Notice: The fact that a person has been arrested or charged with a crime is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law.